1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | 360 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
